Shiras Moose Taxidermy Mount - SW3068

SW3068

Sold$2,450.00

Moose Head Mount for Sale - Shiras Moose

Amazing Shiras Moose taxidermy shoulder mount for sale. Mounted in an upright, relaxed pose with the head turned slightly to the right. This beautiful animal has a thick coat, nicely colored in tones of rich browns. Symmetrical rack with long points and with a 39 1/2" spread. Great facial detailing. This moose is such an outstanding specimen that it earns our highest taxidermy quality rating of "Premier". An all-around great mount that will make a nice fireplace piece for the lodge, restaurant or trophy room.

About the Moose

Moose are the largest of all the deer species. A mature bull can weigh 1500 pounds and stand 7 foot tall at the shoulders. Native to northern regions of North America, Europe, and Asia.

Bull moose are immediately recognizable by their huge, palmated antlers, which can spread 6 feet from end to end. A flap of skin known as a bell sways beneath each moose's throat.

When the ice melts, moose are often seen in lakes, rivers, or wetlands, feeding on aquatic plants both at and below the surface. Moose are at home in the water and, despite their staggering bulk, are good swimmers. They have been seen paddling several miles at a time. On land, a moose can reach speeds of 35 miles an hour over short distances.

Bull moose bellow loudly to attract mates during the fall mating season. The usually solitary bulls may come together at this time to battle for mating supremacy. After mating, the two sexes go their separate ways until the following year. Though they may occasionally feed in the same grounds, they tend to ignore each other.

The cows give birth to one or two calves in the spring—each weighing some 30 pounds. Young moose stay with their mothers until the following mating season.